Category Archives: Toys

Every Mom’s Nightmare…Germs

Posted on February 3, 2012 by Anne Crumpacker

But these are beautiful. aspergillus fumigatus botrytis mucor trichoderma cladosporium When my daughter Mason was in preschool I bought a set of petri dishes. They are really cheep and easy to use. We talked about what things might be ‘dirty.” … Continue reading →

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Fossil Making Kit

Posted on December 2, 2011 by Anne Crumpacker

How about a fossil making kit for the holiday? The items are cheap and easy to find. Assemble the below into a neat container and wrap!   Hands-On Fossils “Make a lasting impression with clay and plaster” To learn about … Continue reading →

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Best Toys- Art Supplies for Young Rembrandts

Posted on November 26, 2011 by Anne Crumpacker

Art supplies are one of the best and least expensive presents you can give a child.  in my experience, hour-for-hour and dollar-for-dollar, a child will get more playtime and satisfaction with a good stock of art supplies then any other … Continue reading →

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Best Toys- Art Supplies for Jackson Pollocks

Posted on November 19, 2011 by Anne Crumpacker

Dollar for dollar (and drop for drop) nothing delivers more brain-friendly fun than a house full of art supplies. My little monkey has passed hours and hours elbow-deep in crayon, paint, glue, clay, and chalk. The best part is our … Continue reading →

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The Nightmare Before Christmas- Toys to Avoid

Posted on November 17, 2011 by Anne Crumpacker

I thought I might start with a few Greenchy toys before I reviewed the good stuff. Use these in place of coal this holiday if you have a naughty monkey at home. These loosers are sure to disappoint! Venus Flytraps … Continue reading →

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